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Miami junior RB Joseph Yearby will forego his final season of collegiate eligibility to enter the 2017 NFL Draft.

No huge surprise, here, as this was being reported as a likelihood near the end of November. Yearby rushed for 1,002 yards as a sophomore in 2015, but saw Mark Walton and Gus Edwards take bites out of his carry-load this season. The 5-foot-9, 195-pounder saw his carries drop from 205 to 102 in 2016. Predictably, the yardage fell off, too, as Yearby finished with 608 yards (6.0 YPC) and seven touchdowns over 13 games played. Don't expect to hear his name called until Day 3, should it be called at all. Tue, Jan 3, 2017 01:32:00 PM

Yearby's role drastically declined from 2015 to 2016, but he did produce a 1,000 yard season as a sophomore. He worked behind Mark Walton all year, and even Gus Edwards starting seeing opportunities down the stretch. Yearby is likely a third day prospect at best. Tue, Nov 29, 2016 12:16:00 PM

"I don't get tired any more like I used to," Yearby said. "In order to run the offense, we've got to move faster, stay in shape and condition. I'm more in shape." Sophomore Mark Walton is the presumed starter, but local writer Barry Jackson notes Yearby and Walton have split reps in early practice sessions. Mark Richt leaned heavily on running backs during his time at Georgia, and he has four ball carriers who can be productive with the Hurricanes. Mon, Aug 8, 2016 10:17:00 AM

A large portion, 35 yards, of Yearby's rushing total was earned on a single carry, but it makes sense against a Pitt defense known for their disruption. Yearby and Brad Kaaya form a nice package for whatever coach joins Miami for the 2016 season. Fri, Nov 27, 2015 03:45:00 PM